Ernest Kaonga
MalawieducatorMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Ernest Kaonga is the Managing Director of Maranatha Academy Private School in Malawi, known for its outstanding academic achievements. Under his leadership, the school has excelled in enabling students, including those previously not selected for secondary education, to gain admission to public universities. Kaonga emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and teamwork in education, and he is a strong advocate for girl child empowerment, demonstrating a commitment to providing equal educational opportunities for all students.
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Dr Kaonga confirmed the academy had begun rolling out its much-anticipated scholarship entrance examinations.
Maranatha Academy rolls out scholarship exams to identify bright students - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-29Ernest Kaonga, director of Maranatha Academy, has said that a significant number of academically talented students in Malawi are being denied access to quality secondary education due to financial constraints faced by their families.
Maranatha Academy pledges K12bn for scholarships to widen access to secondary education - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-16Ernest Kaonga, the Director of Maranatha International, spoke about the initiative to open new healthcare facilities in Malawi.
From Classrooms to Clinics: Maranatha Expands into Healthcare with Free Medical Week - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-07Managing Director Ernest Kaonga expressed confidence that the institution’s candidates are well-positioned to deliver outstanding results.
Maranatha Eyes MSCE Glory, Offers K10 Million Prize for Six-Point Stars - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-23
Dr Ernest Kaonga has awarded a full secondary school scholarship to Duwama Muhammad, the only girl who sat for the 2026 PSLCE examinations at Mangale Primary School.
Maranatha Academy opens doors of opportunity for Mangochi’s lone PSLCE girl candidate - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19
Ernest Kaonga, Director of Maranatha Academy, has demonstrated a belief that talent should never be limited by financial circumstances or background.
Ernest Kaonga’s Heart for Education Shines as Mangochi Girl Earns Prestigious India Scholarship - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19
Ernest Kaonga is the founder and Managing Director of Maranatha Private Academy, which has significantly impacted private education in Malawi.
Ernest Kaonga: The Education Architect Who Redefined Private Schooling in Malawi - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19Dr Ernest Kaonga is a renowned educationist in Malawi, the President of Private Schools Association of Malawi (PRISAM) and Founder and Managing director of Maranatha Group of Schools.
OPINION | Free Secondary Education Is Malawi’s Most Radical Leap Toward Equality - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-22Ernest Kaonga is the trailblazing Managing Director of Maranatha Academy, whose innovative ideas are transforming schools and inspiring a nation.
Celebrating a Visionary: Ernest Kaonga Soars Above with Education Innovations - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-29Ernest Kaonga made a powerful pledge during a farewell ceremony for Form Four students in Blantyre.
Maranatha Academy Fuels Academic Dreams with Global Promise for Malawi’s Brightest Students - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-17
Ernest Kaonga is the President of PRISAM and has launched a nationwide mock examination exercise for secondary schools.
PRISAM Rolls Out National Mock Exams for Secondary Schools - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-04-28Ernest Kaonga expressed delight at the outstanding performance of students at Maranatha Academy.
Maranatha Academy Shines as 336 Students Earn Public University Selection - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-02-28